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SUMMARY:How to generate and increase sales
DESCRIPTION:Sales are the lifeblood of every business. This webinar focuses on a pragmatic approach to sales strategy and delivery and is designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. \nWe will cover: \n\nWhy a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like\, and a good understanding of their problems\, needs and wants is key to sales success\nHow to develop your sales platform using digital tools\, platforms\, and techniques\nThe different motivations potential customers may have and how to identify which ‘buttons’ your business needs to press\nThe key phases in prospecting\, qualifying\, and converting sales prospects\nThe value of a ‘sales funnel’ and how it can be used to help plan and achieve sales\nWhy keeping the customers you already have is the best sales strategy of all\nThe importance of appropriate customer service in retaining customers
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-generate-and-increase-sales-42/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Marketing
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SUMMARY:How Leaders Learn Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to learn how leaders learn leadership. \nYou’ll leave with practical\, research-based insights that: \n\nShow how your own experiences can help you understand your leadership strengths\nIntroduce strategies leaders use to enhance their learning\nBuild your understanding of the skills leaders see as essential to developing their practice\n\nLed by Professor Carole Elliott from the University of St Andrews Business School\, the session draws on the latest research and real-world examples. It explores how leaders use their unique environments to grow their leadership practice. \nYou’ll come away with clear\, actionable strategies to help you reflect on your own approach to leadership.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-leaders-learn-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR
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SUMMARY:Finding\, keeping and looking after your staff
DESCRIPTION:One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees\, interviewing\, payroll\, pensions\, contracts\, remote working and more\, it is a minefield for the business owner. \nThis webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nFinding\, keeping and looking after your staff\nAttracting and recruiting the best people for your business\nYour obligations as employers\nHow to retain staff members\nMoving on\nDismissal\nRestructure/Redundancy\n\nWe will also look at: \n\nHow in the current climate you can manage staff and teams in a remote environment\, considering their productivity\, efficiency\, and the issues of home working\nHow you can best manage staff to ensure productivity is kept and mental health is supported\nThe impact of companies who may be considering restructuring and therefore redundancy for the first time and how that can be managed
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/finding-keeping-and-looking-after-your-staff-13/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T160000
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UID:10091592-1756202400-1756224000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:CAN DO Offshore Wind Innovation Showcase - Aberdeen
DESCRIPTION:The CAN DO Offshore Wind Innovation Feasibility Challenge Call provides funding for companies looking to develop cutting-edge solutions to strengthen Scotland’s offshore wind supply chain. \nTo date\, more than £1 million has been awarded to 22 companies. This event – one of two\, in Glasgow and Aberdeen – will showcase their groundbreaking work so far. \nAs well as discovering the latest innovations in offshore wind\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nNetwork with industry leaders\, innovators\, and developers\nExplore new technologies and collaborative opportunities\n\nPresenting Companies \n\nRovtech Solutions – Development of the VALOR™ Tether Management System.\nBuild the Reef Ltd – Building subsea protection structures to implement Artificial Reef Subsea Cable & Anchorage Protection.\nFennex Ltd – Developing AI-driven solutions to optimize offshore wind operations based on weather conditions.\nSeaThor – Conducting a feasibility study for deploying CableSpring\, a dynamic cable buoyancy module system.\nTTI Marine Renewables Ltd – Developing their “Integrated Strain Sensor” designed to monitor the through-life health of mooring ropes deployed in Offshore Floating Wind Arrays.\nGEG Holdings Ltd – Repurposing tanker jetties for use as deep-water berths supporting floating offshore wind.\nTitan Energies Limited – Adapting proven oil & gas technology for offshore wind by redesigning drilling techniques and integrating them with existing wind mooring systems.\nFirst Marine Solutions Limited – Exploring feasibility for a novel mooring integrity monitor for floating offshore wind platforms.\n\nThis event will be most beneficial for: \n\nScottish engineering and manufacturing companies\nOffshore wind developers and supply chain professionals\nInnovators\, technologists\, academics\, and entrepreneurs\nAnyone passionate about Scotland’s clean energy future\n\nEvent Highlights \n\nLive presentations from funded innovators\nNetworking sessions with key stakeholders\nInsights into Scotland’s offshore wind infrastructure\, market opportunities\, and innovation landscape\n\nSpaces are limited – register now to secure your place.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/can-do-offshore-wind-innovation-showcase-aberdeen/
LOCATION:Net Zero Technology Centre\, 20 Queen's Road\, Aberdeen\, AB15 4ZT
CATEGORIES:Offshore Wind
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T160000
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UID:10091439-1756216800-1756224000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Google Analytics – Understand how your website performs
DESCRIPTION:Google Analytics is a powerful tool that helps you understand how your website is performing. It helps answer lots of questions\, including: \n\nWhich marketing channels drive traffic to your site?\nWhat pages are users looking at the most?\nWhat impact does mobile have on your potential customers?\n\nDuring this webinar\, we’ll help you understand how Google Analytics is set up and give you an overview of key reports. We’ll also look at other web analytics tools to help you online.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/google-analytics-understand-how-your-website-performs-27/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250618T083022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T083022Z
UID:10091398-1756224000-1756229400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Making Tax Digital Explained: Businesses With Over £50k Turnover
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a sole trader\, landlord\, or small business owner\, this friendly\, no-nonsense session will get you up to speed. \nIf your combined income from self-employment and property is £50\,000 or more\, you’ll be required to follow the new rules from April 2026. We’ll cut through the confusion\, explain what’s changing\, and show you how to stay compliant without the stress. \nThis session will be presented by GrowBiz Finance Manager\, Kirsteen Hardie. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll be able to: \n\nUnderstand who MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment applies to and when it starts\nKnow exactly what you’ll need to submit to HMRC – and how often\nSee how cloud accounting can save time and make things easier\nGet tips on choosing the right digital tools for your business\nFeel confident about taking your next steps toward compliance\n\nThis session is a must to small businesses that meet this level of turnover – so please do come along to find out more. \nGrowBiz provides enterprise support to businesses\, social and micro-enterprises and the self-employed across rural and island Scotland. Please only book a space if you are based in rural Scotland.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/making-tax-digital-explained-businesses-with-over-50k-turnover/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T120000
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CREATED:20250623T091710Z
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UID:10091441-1756288800-1756296000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to start a business: The basics
DESCRIPTION:Whatever your reasons may be for considering being your own boss\, we are here to support you and help you decide if this is the right path for you. \nWe will cover: \n\nPersonal finance\nPlanning – how much do you need to earn?\nResearching your market – who your customers are\, understanding your competition and what the trends are within your chosen field\nBusiness structure – what are the core business structures? How to decide which is right for you and how to register as a business\nCreating your start-up action plan – an outline\nMarketing\nPricing\nNaming the business\nBasic bookkeeping\nForecasting\nFinancing\, banking\, insurance\, and VAT\nTax
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-start-a-business-the-basics-69/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T133000
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UID:10091785-1756296000-1756301400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:The future of retail: trends\, challenges & opportunities
DESCRIPTION:This session will delve into the challenges\, opportunities\, and innovations shaping the sector today—from shifting consumer behaviours and sustainability goals to digital transformation and policy support. \nJoining Host Hugh Lightbody\, our panellists will share practical insights and strategic perspectives in response to key questions such as: \n\nWhat are the biggest challenges currently facing the Scottish retail sector?\nHow are you adapting your business to face these challenges?\nHow has consumer behaviour in Scotland evolved over the past year\, and what trends are you paying attention to?\nWhat steps can businesses take to build resilience against economic pressures such as inflation and energy costs?\nLooking ahead\, what does a successful and sustainable Scottish retail landscape look like in 2030\n\nOur panellists are: \n\nEwan MacDonald-Russell\, Deputy Head\, Scottish Retail Consortium\nEmily Still\, Gull’s Grocery\nAlex Feechan\, Findra Clothing\n\nFollowing the panel\, attendees are invited to stay on for an informal online networking session. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow retailers\, share ideas\, and continue the conversation in a relaxed and collaborative setting. \nJoin us to share your experience\, inspire others\, and help shape a thriving future for Scottish retail.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-future-of-retail-trends-challenges-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Retail
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T133000
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UID:10091841-1756299600-1756301400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:The simplicity strategy for STEM edupreneurs
DESCRIPTION:You’ve got STEM expertise and big ideas. But instead of launching\, you’re stuck overthinking\, overbuilding and overwhelmed. \nThis free 30-minute session is designed for STEM teachers and professionals who want to cut through the noise and finally move from ideas to income. \nLearn simplicity-first strategy with Katerina Thomas: \n\nDiscover why complexity slows down every STEM edupreneur and how to overcome it\nLearn the Simplicity-first strategy in three clear steps that cut overwhelm and build momentum\nPractice a fast-win exercise that shows how simple your first launch can be
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-simplicity-strategy-for-stem-edupreneurs/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T150000
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UID:10091735-1756299600-1756306800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Growing your online network to attract new customers
DESCRIPTION:Developing a network of potential partners and customers with Alison Battisby \n\nLearn how to create a compelling LinkedIn profile that builds trust\, highlights your value proposition and attracts potential partners\, clients and investors\nDiscover proven techniques for identifying and connecting with the right people to grow your business network\nUnderstand how to use posts\, articles and comments to generate meaningful conversations that can lead to opportunities\n\nSelling products outside of your existing network with Carol Carson \n\nExplore online sales channels to get your products in front of new buyers\nTapping into collaborations\, referrals and affiliates and reaching new customers\nUsing social media to find buyers and reach customers beyond your current followers
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/growing-your-online-network-to-attract-new-customers/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250623T091752Z
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UID:10091443-1756303200-1756310400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Social media essentials: Instagram
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about using Instagram to communicate with existing and potential customers? Want to showcase your products or services using it? During this webinar we will cover: \n\nGetting the setup right and benefitting from the available business tools\nBest practice profiles\, and some strategies to help your business stand out from the crowd\nThe types of audience you can reach via this platform and the factors and analytics such as cost and timing of posting images and how that can maximise impact\nThe various types of content you can post to Instagram\, from regular posts to Stories and Reels
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/social-media-essentials-instagram-16/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250623T091835Z
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UID:10091445-1756317600-1756324800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Social media essentials: Facebook
DESCRIPTION:Get to grips with Facebook – the world’s most popular social networking platform. \nIn this webinar you will: \n\nLearn how to get the most out of Facebook and how it could fit into your business’s digital marketing strategy\nBetter understand the algorithm behind Facebook\, and how to create great content that achieves a bigger reach and impact\nLearn from the stats and data you can get from the system and discover who your most interested customers/clients are\nUnderstand the power of Facebook advertising\, and other selling options available to you\nDiscover other business opportunities presented by Facebook\, including how to promote and sell products and services\nBe introduced to ‘Business Suite’ – a free Facebook dashboard to manage all your business activity
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/social-media-essentials-facebook-16/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250728T123645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T123645Z
UID:10091582-1756317600-1756324800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:ANGUSalive’s ‘On Stage’ Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive event at The Webster Memorial Theatre in Arbroath\, as we launch our latest ‘On Stage’ brochure\, outlining the programme of upcoming performances across ANGUSalive venues. \nDiscover how your business can take centre stage with us\, learn how we can support each other when performances come to town\, and connect with other local businesses. \nWe hope you can join us to find out more about our plans\, hear some top tips from businesses who have benefited from past performances\, and enjoy a tour of the theatre. \nRefreshments will be provided.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/angusalives-on-stage-launch/
LOCATION:Webster Memorial Theatre\, 64 High Street\, Arbroath\, DD11 1AW
CATEGORIES:Networking,Tourism
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T123000
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CREATED:20250825T151437Z
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UID:10091843-1756382400-1756384200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: The state of small business marketing in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Running a small business in 2025 is no small feat. Between rising costs\, shifting customer expectations and the constant buzz around AI\, it’s hard to know where to focus your marketing – or if what you’re doing is even working. \nIn this Lunch and Learn session\, we’ll share some of the latest trends shaping small business marketing in the UK – including how businesses like yours are approaching email\, trying out AI tools and navigating the impact of inflation and global trade. \nYou’ll hear new findings from Constant Contact’s 2025 State of Small Business Marketing report\, along with practical takeaways and ideas to help you plan your next steps. \nWhether you’re hands-on with your marketing or just trying to keep up\, this session is designed to give you a clearer picture of what’s working\, what’s not\, and where small businesses are headed next. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow UK small businesses are adapting their marketing strategies in 2025\nActionable ideas and strategies to improve your marketing\nPractical ways to navigate current challenges
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-the-state-of-small-business-marketing-in-the-uk/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T160000
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CREATED:20250623T091938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091938Z
UID:10091447-1756389600-1756396800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to create engaging content
DESCRIPTION:Producing quality content is an excellent way of helping your customers develop a meaningful relationship with your brand\, services and products. In this webinar we will show you how to source and develop a variety of content for your website and social channels. \nThis session is ideal for businesses that already have a business website or use social media and now want to take it a step further\, and develop the skills to show your audience that you are a trusted operator in your field. \nWe will help you: \n\nUnderstand what kind of content your customers are looking for\nSource\, write and deliver that content\nAmplify your brand and message and boost engagement online
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-create-engaging-content-14/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250730T121829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T121829Z
UID:10091636-1756461600-1756483200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:What creative professionals need to know about AI
DESCRIPTION:Everyone’s talking about Artificial Intelligence – but what does it mean for you as an artist or creative? \nAI is already having an impact on the creative industries. We think every creative professional should have the opportunity to learn and explore AI tools in a creative and safe environment. \nIs it possible to use AI tools in an ethical way? And how can you protect your own work from being exploited. \nWe’ll explore the ethical issues of using AI\, covering topics like intellectual property\, environmental impact\, and possible misuse. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nDiscover how Artificial Intelligence apps work\nLearn about the most popular and powerful Generative AI tools used by creative professionals: including DALL·E\, Midjourney\, Copilot\, and Gemini\nGet advice about protecting your work\, and understanding what artists can do to avoid being exploited or replaced by this technology\nDiscuss ethical issues surrounding AI art\, like intellectual property\, safety\, and the environment\n\nThis course is aimed at AI beginners – You don’t need to be a technical expert to take part. We’ve written the course to be jargon-free and easy to understand. \nThis course is for people working in the culture sector as creative professionals. \nThis includes visual artists\, illustrators\, designers\, makers and crafters\, photographers\, filmmakers\, performers\, writers\, and digital creatives such as animators or game designers. \nThe course is also for educators and facilitators delivering creative workshops or learning programmes. Curators and producers involved in creative projects or exhibitions would also benefit. \nYou’ll find it useful if your role involves a significant amount of creative work\, even if you’d not call yourself an artist. For example marketing professionals\, social media managers\, and digital content creators.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/what-creative-professionals-need-to-know-about-ai/
LOCATION:V&A Museum\, 3 Greenmarket\, Dundee\, DD1 4QB
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250825T151701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T151701Z
UID:10091845-1756468800-1756470600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Spotting opportunity in disruption
DESCRIPTION:When the pandemic made Gail Irvine’s core business model unsustainable\, she didn’t scale down – she redesigned. \nIn this 30-minute session\, Gail shares the real story behind that reinvention and offers practical strategies any small business can use to pivot\, simplify and scale\, even with limited resources. \nThis session is ideal for founders\, community interest companies (CICs) and business owners navigating change\, uncertainty or growth. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to spot opportunity in disruption: Learn how to read the market and pivot strategically without starting from scratch.\nA clear path to reinvention: How to tidy up your offer\, simplify your day-to-day and grow – even without a big team.\nTools and tactics to work smarter\, not harder: Get practical ideas to automate admin\, increase visibility and boost income without a big budget.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-spotting-opportunity-in-disruption/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095928
CREATED:20250623T092024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T092024Z
UID:10091449-1756468800-1756476000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to build your brand
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will define what a brand is (and is not) and explain how it is more than just creating a logo. We will explore how a business can use their brand to show its identity\, purpose\, personality\, message\, and values in order to stand out from competitors\, build a loyal customer base and make more sales. \nThis session will: \n\nProvide you with a clear understanding of the difference between brands and branding\nHelp you understand what a brand is\nShow you why branding is important\nLook at your brand strategy\, brand identity and action\nHelp you learn how to develop your brand’s positioning\, character\, and purpose to differentiate your business from its competitors\nDemonstrate how to set up a brand kit and style guide to ensure consistency across websites\, social media\, business cards\, posters etc.\nTeach you how to create simple promotional graphics using a variety of tools including Canva\nHighlight a variety of free tools including Google Drive\, Hubspot and Mailchimp that can save time and simplify marketing tasks
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-build-your-brand-21/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250901T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250901T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095929
CREATED:20250728T121442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T121442Z
UID:10091555-1756719000-1756726200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Video production for digital marketing
DESCRIPTION:Video captures people’s attention online and is important for getting your message across\, while engaging with your target audience. \nLearn how to: \n\nChoose what type of video to create to suit your business objectives\nPlan\, shoot\, edit\, and upload video without special kit or expertise\nGet to know the various digital platforms that can be utilised to view and share video content\nSee what editing apps are available and how to add music and subtitles
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/video-production-for-digital-marketing-11/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250901T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095929
CREATED:20250609T103303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T103317Z
UID:10091341-1756720800-1756731600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:SMAS best practice visit to MacIntyre Chocolate Systems
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the Scottish Manufacturing Advisory Service (SMAS) turning 20\, we’re hosting a series of best practice visits (BPVs) throughout 2025. You can now sign up to participate in our upcoming visit to MacIntyre Chocolate Systems. \nThis visit will highlight how organisational culture can support the use of innovation as a key business tool to help safeguard the future of your business and directly contribute to its bottom line. \nPart of the Probat group\, MacIntyre Chocolate Systems is a worldwide supplier of chocolate manufacturing and processing equipment. Formed in 1974\, the company has historical roots in Scotland that can be traced back to the 1800s. With around 98% of its products exported and a customer base stretching across 116 countries\, this organisation is a truly global business. \nUnder the direction of Managing Director Joe Gorman\, MacIntyre Chocolate Systems changed its operations by shifting the workplace culture to better engage with and empower its staff. This allowed the organisation to tap into its workers’ wealth of product knowledge and high-level engineering skill\, to create a boundless capability for innovation which is now part of the organisation’s DNA and a key differentiator in the markets they serve. \nDuring this visit\, Joe Gorman will talk us through the organisation’s history and cultural revolution\, then explain how using innovation as a business tool linked to the financial bottom line has placed the company at the very top of its sector. There will also be a Q&A session\, so please come with your questions ready as this is very much an audience participation event. \nYou’ll also be able to visit the shop floor and see the business processes in operation\, which should answer some questions and perhaps provoke a few more. You’ll have a chance to ask any final questions after the tour.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/smas-best-practice-visit-to-macintyre-chocolate-systems/
LOCATION:MacIntyre Chocolate Systems\, Kirkton Industrial Estate\, Arbroath\, DD11 3RD
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250901T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250901T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095929
CREATED:20250825T151825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T151825Z
UID:10091847-1756728000-1756729800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to value your business before raising investment
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to determine the right valuation for your business when seeking investment? \nSetting the correct valuation is critical – price it too high and you may scare off investors; price it too low and you could regret it for years. \nIn this Lunch and Learn\, funding expert Paul Grant shares a proven approach to confidently setting your company’s valuation for investors. Many entrepreneurs lack confidence in valuing their business and end up making poor agreements or missing out on investment opportunities. \nFortunately\, there’s a straightforward method to value even early-stage companies effectively\, so you can present a compelling case to investors. \nDuring this session\, Paul will explore three key methods you can adopt to value your company and give yourself the best possible chance of securing investment. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow business angels assess early-stage businesses\nHow to set a credible valuation for your company\nTactics to boost your start-up’s valuation
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-value-your-business-before-raising-investment/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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UID:10091849-1756751400-1756755000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:AI: The power\, the productivity\, the profit
DESCRIPTION:Using agentic AI to run parts of your business when you are tied up. \nThe host is Sam Onigbanjo\, who has over 20 years marketing and coaching experience. He is CEO of AI Academy for Beginners and he publishes regular articles on AI for the SME community. He’s also an alumni of Said Business School\, University of Oxford. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nHow to use faceless marketing from the comfort of your home (and keep your privacy)\nHow agentic AI can help you start\, grow and save money\nHow you can go push products and services global with AI
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/ai-the-power-the-productivity-the-profit/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T120000
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CREATED:20250808T101215Z
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UID:10091690-1756807200-1756814400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is practical\, outcome driven\, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth\, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business\, and develop an action plan. \nWe will look at: \n\nYour business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development\nThe key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success\nPersonal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development\nAnsoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies\nThe core components of your business delivery\nHow to develop a methodical\, strategic approach to developing your business for future success\n\nAfter the webinar\, you will understand: \n\nHow to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development\nAnsoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool\nHow to create a strategic plan for growing your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-17/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T123000
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UID:10091742-1756814400-1756816200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Joining supply chains and mastering public contract bids
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner looking to expand your reach\, diversify your revenue streams and secure stable contracts? \nThis webinar is designed to demystify two powerful avenues for growth: integrating into existing supply chains and successfully bidding for public contracts. In today’s dynamic market\, collaborating and engaging with the public sector can be hugely beneficial for businesses of all sizes. \nWe’ll explore the tangible benefits of becoming a valuable link in a supply chain and provide practical insights into the often-complex world of government procurement. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nAdvantages of joining supply chains: Discover how joining supply chains can increase sales\, lower running costs\, provide access to new markets and boost your business’s credibility and stability. We’ll discuss different types of supply chain relationships and how to identify the right fit for your organisation.\nNavigating public procurement: Gain a clear understanding of the public contracting environment\, including common types of contracts\, where to find opportunities and the essential steps involved in the bidding process. We’ll explain acronyms and look at the common pitfalls\, so you can approach public tenders with confidence.\nEssential requirements for successful public bids: Learn about the crucial documents\, certifications and compliance standards typically required to bid for public contracts in the UK. We’ll cover everything from financial solvency and technical capacity to sustainability criteria and ethical considerations\, making sure you’re well-prepared to submit a winning proposal.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-joining-supply-chains-and-mastering-public-contract-bids/
CATEGORIES:Finance,Supply Chain
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UID:10091744-1756818000-1756825200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Digital marketing that works: Practical advice for small businesses
DESCRIPTION:In this business.connected workshop in partnership with Vodafone Business\, we’ll walk you through the essential digital marketing strategies every small business needs to grow online\, connect with customers and stay secure. \nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your current approach\, this session is packed with practical guidance and affordable tools to help you market your business more effectively. \nLed by Alison Battisby\, an expert in small business marketing\, this session covers everything from building your presence on social media to improving your visibility in search engines\, creating content that captures attention and sending emails that convert – all while following key security best practices to protect your business and your customers. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nSocial media marketing strategies: Learn how to choose the right platforms and develop content that resonates with your audience.\nCreating engaging content: Discover tips and formats to help you produce content that drives engagement and builds community.\nSEO basics for small businesses: Understand how search engines work and how to improve your website’s visibility on a budget.\nEmail marketing best practices: Explore how to run effective email campaigns while keeping customer data secure and GDPR-compliant.\nFree and low-cost digital marketing tools: Get recommendations for powerful tools that help you do more with less.\nSecurity best practice: Learn simple but effective measures – like strong passwords and multi-factor authentication – to protect your business online.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/digital-marketing-that-works-practical-advice-for-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T160000
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CREATED:20250728T121542Z
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UID:10091557-1756821600-1756828800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business websites
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design\, build and host a business website. You will learn about: \n\nThe need to determine website objectives\nThe importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results\nSetting clear calls to action and creating engaging content\nCreating your brand’s visual identity online\, your site’s blueprint and how you can structure your site map\nWhat’s involved in registering your domain\, maintaining your site content\, and options for hosting it\n\nThis webinar will also offer guidance on when and how to outsource your website development\, covering topics such as choosing a suitable content management system\, what to organise first and costing for the work.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-websites-11/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T200000
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UID:10091560-1756836000-1756843200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Our Independent Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you a local independent retailer in Angus and feeling a bit uncertain about what the future holds? You’re not alone\, this session is here to help! \nAcross Angus\, we’re lucky to have a large number of fantastic independent businesses that bring life\, character\, and community spirit to our high streets. But with rising costs and global changes\, it’s understandable that things might feel a bit tough right now. \nThis session is all about helping you feel more confident about the road ahead. We’ll share useful tips\, fresh ideas\, and expert advice to help your business stay strong and continue to thrive. Our expert business and retail consultant\, Kimberley Guthrie\, will guide you through new ways to connect with customers\, how to make the most of your footfall\, and explore simple digital tools to save time and money. \nAnd the best part? This session is designed to be interactive\, so feel free to ask questions at any time! Whether you’ve got a specific challenge or just want to bounce around ideas\, Kimberley is here to help and happy to chat. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nGetting to know your customers even better\nTurning footfall into sales\nMaking new trends work for your shop\nSimple ways to use digital tools and AI to save time\nHow local shops can spark a social buzz in our towns\n\nLet’s build a bright\, sustainable future for Angus’s independent businesses. We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/future-proofing-our-independent-businesses/
LOCATION:The Montrose Playhouse\, The Mall\, Montrose\, DD10 8NN
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing,Retail
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UID:10091692-1756893600-1756900800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:A step-by-step guide to building your business plan
DESCRIPTION:New and established businesses will require a business plan for getting a loan\, grant or just to consider the direction they wish to go in. This webinar will teach you what you need to include and how. We will walk you through what should be included within a business plan\, how a business plan is used to improve your prospects for a loan or a grant\, and how you can develop a business plan to meet your needs. \nWe will: \n\nProvide a structure for a business plan\nReview each section of what should be included within the business plan\nExplain when and how to use a business plan\nExplore the connections (and importance) between the words and the numbers\nLook at how to identify and manage cashflow within the business planning process
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-your-business-plan-23/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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UID:10091851-1756900800-1756902600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Turning creative thinking into consistent online momentum
DESCRIPTION:Do you have great ideas but no clear path to action? \nIn this energising Lunch and Learn\, digital strategist and coach Alison Kenward shares how to turn creative thinking into consistent online momentum – without the overwhelm. \nThis session is packed with actionable insight and practical tools for founders\, coaches and creatives who are ready to make things happen. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nLearn how to simplify your digital marketing strategy\nHow to structure your first (or next) funnel\nStart using tools like Kajabi to grow your business with clarity and confidence
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-turning-creative-thinking-into-consistent-online-momentum/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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UID:10091812-1756909800-1756917000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Black Friday 2025 - Plan For Success
DESCRIPTION:With demand set to surge across eMarketplaces around Black Friday 2025\, now is the perfect time to refine your online selling strategy and skills. \nWhether you’re an experienced online seller or just starting out\, this session will provide actionable steps to set you up for success on eMarketplaces like Amazon. \nThis event will guide you through the essentials of preparing your product listings\, optimising keywords\, and ensuring your offers are visible to the right customers at the right time. \nWe’ll dive into practical tactics for boosting conversions\, including how to create compelling product content and designing strategic pricing strategies. \nAttendees will also learn how to leverage Amazon’s promotional tools\, advertising options\, and customer insights to capture more buyers during peak traffic hours.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/black-friday-2025-plan-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing
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